Sunlit Pines and Calm Water: Pontoon and Motor Boat Rentals on Lake Mary

MAMMOTH LAKES BOAT RENTAL FIELD GUIDE

Sunlit Pines and Calm Water: Pontoon and Motor Boat Rentals on Lake Mary

Rent 12- and 8-person pontoons or a 14-foot motor boat from Lake Mary Marina; this guide explains boat options, capacities, what to bring, and available rental durations.

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Sunlit Pines and Calm Water: Pontoon and Motor Boat Rentals on Lake Mary.

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Location
Mammoth Lakes
Operator
Lake Mary Marina
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Boat Rental
Robert Eric Crews
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Lake Mary opens up beneath a ring of Jeffrey pines and granite slabs; here, spacious pontoons drift lazily while a nimble aluminum motor boat cuts a quick line across the lake. Rentals from Lake Mary Marina put you on those glassy acres of water where comfortable seating and shade toggle the day between lounging and exploration—bring sunscreen and sunglasses and plan for a day on the water.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

THE FLEET

Three boat styles for groups and couples

Choose a 12-person pontoon with pedestal chairs, padded bench seating, a captain’s seat and a Bimini shade top; an 8-person pontoon with similar seating and shade; or a 14-foot aluminum Gregor motor boat that seats up to five adults and has bench seating and two padded seats (no shade, pull-to-start motor).

THE COMFORT

Seating and shade for long days afloat

Pontoons come fitted with padded benches, pedestal chairs and Bimini tops for shade, making them comfortable options for families and groups who plan to lounge, picnic or cruise slowly around the lake.

THE BASE

Launched from Lake Mary Marina

Rentals are provided by Lake Mary Marina—operating under a special use permit from the Inyo National Forest—so trips begin and end at the marina on Lake Mary’s shoreline.

What the day feels like

What the day feels like

A rental day on Lake Mary alternates between slow, sun-drenched drifting and short exploratory legs—pontoons offer shaded lounges for conversation and snacks, while the motor boat is a compact, quick option for short crossings. Bookings run in set start times and durations, so your day is a discrete window of calm water, pine-shadowed coves and shoreline views.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this trip suits—and who should consider alternatives.

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FamiliesIdeal for families: pontoons seat large groups (8 or 12 people) and include shade and padded seating for a comfortable day on the water.
2
Large groups & small partiesGroups of up to 12 can travel together on the largest pontoon; smaller groups or couples may prefer the 8-person pontoon or the 14-foot motor boat for a quicker, more nimble outing.
3
Active couples or solo rentersCouples or small parties who want a faster ride can choose the motor boat (seating for up to five adults), but note it has no shade and uses a pull-to-start motor.
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Those with gear or shade needsIf shade and roomy seating matter—for small children, long stints in the sun, or extra gear—pontoon options are better; the motor boat lacks a shade cover.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

What to Bring

Bring a valid driver’s license, sunscreen, bug spray, sunglasses and a hat for sun protection.

Deposit & ID

A valid driver’s license is required at pickup and a $20 refundable cash deposit is collected.

Sun protection & comfort

Pack sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat—the pontoons offer Bimini shade, but the 14-foot motor boat does not.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

What boat types are available?

Lake Mary Marina rents 12-person and 8-person pontoon boats and a 14-foot aluminum Gregor motor boat (the Gregor seats up to five adults).

How long can I rent a boat?

Rental durations are offered in options up to 6 hours, with multiple start-time packages (examples include 2.5-, 3.5- and 6-hour blocks depending on the start time).

Do the boats have shade?

Both the 12-person and 8-person pontoons come with a Bimini shade cover; the 14-foot Gregor motor boat has no shade cover.

What do I need to bring to pick up the boat?

Bring a valid driver’s license and $20 in refundable cash for the deposit, plus sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat for comfort on the water.

How many people fit on each boat?

The pontoons are rated for eight or twelve passengers; the 14-foot aluminum motor boat seats up to five adults.

Who operates the rentals?

Rentals are run by Lake Mary Marina, which operates under a special use permit from the Inyo National Forest.